Dwell Showcasing Contemporary Outdoor Living Trends
I love outdoor living spaces, and I’m always looking for ways to make my living space greener. I won a subscription to Dwell Magazine a few months ago, and it’s quickly become one of my favorite home design magazines. When I saw they’re having a design conference in Los Angeles I thought I’d pass the [...]
There’s a Hole in My Kitchen Herb Garden
We’ve been having problems with our electrical power since the ice storm in March. So we’re having our power lines buried today. It’s a major expense, and it’s wreaking major havoc on my little kitchen herb garden, but I’ll be glad when it’s done. If we ever have another ice storm we won’t have to [...]
3 Home and Garden Uses For Fels Naptha Soap
If you’re a gardener you may have heard of Fels-Naptha Laundry Bar Soap. I always have a bar on hand, a bar doesn’t cost much, usually under $2. Here are 3 uses I have for Fels-Naptha soap. 1. As a plant spray to get rid of aphids and other small bugs. I shred one to [...]
Bats In Danger From Disease and Pesticides
Bats have been suffering a similar fate to the bees in recent years. Their food supply (insects) is often tainted with insecticide. They’ve been suffering from disease in recent years, and the destruction of their habitats. Their populations are reducing rapidly. Many people do not like or understand bats, but they play an important role [...]
Pet Friendly Gardening
While you’re in the planning stages for your garden this spring don’t forget your pets. Some plants can be toxic for your furry friends. Some plants that are toxic for animals include: Clematis Foxglove Boxwood Tulips can cause irritation to your pet’s digestive system You may want to think about it before you add any [...]
Unique Hummingbird Feeder
Check out this Beautiful Hand Blown Glass Hummingbird Feeder, I think it’s wonderful. It’s made of multi-colored hand blown glass. I think it would look great in the garden, and not detract from your garden’s appearance. I’m always on the lookout for unique garden items. A hummingbird feeder like this one would blend in with [...]
Fall Tree Care
Doug, at Dougsgreengarden.com has created a short video explaining what you can do this fall to help your trees explode with new growth next spring. Check it out then check out Doug’s other tips on his website and blog.
Fall Flowers
What are the best flowers for fall arrangements? Mums, sunflowers, bittersweet, viburnum (fall berries), late season miniature roses are all still easy to find this time of year. Farmers markets are a great place to find fall flowers or end of season vegetables such as pumpkins, winter squash, potatoes, and more. Now is also a [...]
The October Garden
It’s time to get the garden ready for it’s long winters rest. This month is all about getting your garden ready for winter. It’s an excellent time to work on your soil. Start by removing dead and dying annuals and throwing them on the compost pile. It’s a great time to have your soil tested [...]
Add a Water Feature To Your Garden
Have you ever thought of adding a water feature or pond to your backyard? There are several ways you can go with this, from a small waterfall or basin water feature, to a larger dug pond, or anything in between. Ponds add a focal point, and they can be a very interesting part of your [...]
